Macsurf, modern web browser for macOS 9, announced

Summary

Macsurf is a new web browser for Classic Mac OS 9 PowerPC, featuring real CSS3, ES5 JavaScript, and native HTTPS support, built with CodeWarrior on the Carbon API.

Why it matters

Macsurf's modern web capabilities bring macOS 9 up to date with current web standards.

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Macsurf, "modern" web browser for macOS 9

5/30/2026, 8:30:56 PM

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